Medically Reviewed by Dan Brennan, MD on April 13, 2022
Question 1/14

Most adults can't remember anything that happened before they were 3 years old.

  • True
  • False
Question 2/14

Which of the following helps turn short-term memories into long-term memories?

  • Sleep
  • Aging
  • Digestion
  • None of the above
Question 3/14

A short-term memory is likely to become a long-term memory if it has a link to:

  • Sensory information (smells, sounds, etc.)
  • Current or historic events
  • Your other long-term memories
  • All of the above
Question 4/14

A long-term memory fades because:

  • It's no longer important
  • It's replaced by other memories
  • We can't find the link to retrieve the memory
Question 5/14

What's more likely to help you remember to pick up the dry cleaning after work?

  • Focusing on it and committing it to memory early in the day
  • Seeing a dry cleaning receipt in your wallet
Question 6/14

Which of the following can cause memory problems?

  • Dehydration
  • Stress
  • Infections
  • All of the above
Question 7/14

Everyone will have some memory loss as they get older.

  • True
  • False
Question 8/14

A good social life can keep your mind sharp as you age.

  • True
  • False
Question 9/14

Blood pressure and memory loss are related.

  • True
  • False
Question 10/14

What's something older people can do to help their memory?

  • Crossword puzzles
  • Meditation
  • Physical activity
  • All of the above
Question 11/14

When an older person forgets where they parked the car, it may be caused by a lack of attention rather than a lapse in memory.

  • True
  • False
Question 12/14

Memory problems are one of the first signs of Alzheimer's disease.

  • True
  • False
Question 13/14

You could have a serious memory problem if you:

  • Forget where you put your keys
  • Forget certain words or names
  • Get lost in places you know well
  • Take longer to learn new things
Question 14/14

You're more likely to get dementia if your spouse has it.

  • True
  • False